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Maputo in August averages 26°C (79°F) during the day and 18°C (64°F) at night. This is the driest month of the year.
If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the best circumstances for Maputo.
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48-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Maputo typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 26°C (79°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows typically ranging from 15°C (59°F) to 17°C (63°F).
48-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Maputo spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Our historical data for Maputo spans 2005 to 2026, revealing these weather extremes.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Warm but pleasant conditions in Maputo in August. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Dry conditions mean you won't need to worry about rain protection. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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